Established in 1971 (Master's) and 1983 (Doctorate), the Graduate Program in Metallurgical, Materials, and Mining Engineering (PPGEM) prepares professionals at the Master's and Doctoral levels.
Renowned for its high quality and its close relationship with the industrial sector, the PPGEM conducts its educational and research activities to contribute towards understanding and solving industrial problems, in addition to developing science and technology in these areas.